Hawaiian Koa 5A+ Master Grade Guitar Headplate – Choose from 12 Pieces
■ Product Description
Hawaiian Koa 5A+ Master Grade
Guitar Headplate
This premium guitar headplate is made from exceptionally rare 5A+ Master Grade Hawaiian Koa, representing the highest class of figure in our selection.
Each piece features powerful, highly three-dimensional Master Curly figure that changes dramatically with the viewing angle and light, combined with the distinctive golden-to-brown natural coloration of Hawaiian Koa.
For this listing, you can choose your preferred piece from 12 individually photographed headplates. Compare the grain, curly figure, and coloration of each piece and select as many as you like to match your instrument design.
Because Hawaiian Koa is a natural material, every piece is unique. The intensity and pattern of the curly figure, grain, and coloration will vary from one headplate to another.
The displayed price is for one piece.
■ Grade
5A+ (Master Grade)
■ Scientific Name
Acacia koa
■ Size
Approx. 185 × 80 × 2.0–3.0 mm
(Length × Width × Thickness)
As this is natural wood, thickness may vary slightly between individual pieces.
■ Quantity
1 Piece or More
Choose your preferred individual headplate from the 12 available pieces.
The displayed price is per piece.
■ How to Order
Review the product photos and compare the grain, Master Curly figure, and natural coloration of each individual piece.
Select the number of your preferred piece and add it to your cart.
You may select one or multiple pieces from the available options.
Because each piece is natural wood, the exact grain, figure, and coloration shown in the photos are unique to that individual piece.
■ Wood Information
Species: Hawaiian Koa
Scientific Name: Acacia koa
Origin: Hawaii Island, State of Hawaii, USA
■ Features
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Exceptional 5A+ Master Grade Hawaiian Koa
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Sized for guitar headplates
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Choose your preferred grain from 12 individual pieces
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Powerful, highly three-dimensional Master Curly figure
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Rich natural golden-to-brown coloration
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Unique grain and character in every piece
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Ideal for custom guitars and high-grade instrument construction
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Genuine Hawaii Island Koa
■ Recommended Uses
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Guitar Headplates
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Custom Guitar construction
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Acoustic Guitar construction
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Electric Guitar construction
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Decorative instrument components
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Inlays and specialty craft projects
Choose the 5A+ Master Grade Hawaiian Koa that best complements your guitar by comparing the unique grain, Master Curly figure, and natural coloration of all 12 individually photographed pieces.
Why Is Everyone Obsessed with Koa?
You may often hear people talk about “Koa,” but what exactly is it?
Hawaiian Koa is one of the most prized and iconic tonewoods in the world, valued for both its beauty and sound quality.
About Hawaiian Koa Wood
Hawaiian Koa (Acacia koa)
Hawaiian Koa is a special wood that has been treasured by the Hawaiian people for hundreds of years.
Historically, it was used to make:
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Outrigger canoes
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Paddles
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Boxes
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Furniture
Today, Hawaiian Koa is highly regarded worldwide as a premium material for musical instruments such as ukuleles and guitars.
It is known as an excellent tonewood, producing a rich, warm, and balanced tone with beautiful visual character.
About Scarcity
Hawaiian Koa has a very limited supply due to extensive logging in the past.
Large-scale reforestation efforts have only begun relatively recently.
As a result, high-quality Hawaiian Koa is becoming increasingly rare every year, especially highly figured material.
About Grading
Grading Information
Our grading system is based on over 50 years of experience handling and supplying tonewood.
It is our own internal quality standard.
In the general market, terms such as “4A” and “5A” are widely used, but grading criteria vary from company to company.
By understanding our grading system, you can be confident that each grade meets a consistent and reliable quality level.
Grade Criteria (Simple)
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1A–2A: No curl to very weak curl
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3A: Medium curl visible at certain angles
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4A: Strong curl visible from any angle
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5A: Master grade with deep, beautiful curl
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5A+: Extremely rare, top-tier figure
Moisture Content & Drying
Our wood comes from naturally fallen trees or logs that have been air-dried in the forest for long periods.
Because of this, some pieces are ready to use, while others may require additional drying.
Hawaiian Koa is known as a wood that dries easily and is resistant to cracking and warping compared to many other tonewoods.
Easy Drying Method
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Place the wood so air can circulate freely
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Store in a well-ventilated area
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Use a fan to circulate air if needed
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Place a light weight on top to reduce movement
For material 20–30 mm thick, the recommended drying period is approximately 2 months in a well-ventilated environment.
Recommended Uses
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Ukulele making
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Knife and tool handles
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Pens, accessories, and inlays
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Box and small craft production
Measurement Notes
Because this is a natural wood product, the following dimensional variations may occur:
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Thickness: ±0.2 mm
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Length: ±5 cm
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Width: ±3 mm
The material is not a perfect rectangular prism, which is a natural characteristic of solid wood.
Please understand this before purchasing or processing.
Detailed information
Tree species: ハワイアンコア
Thickness:
Length:
Width:
Backing:
Number of leaves:
Made to order:
